Peace Abiola

The Supreme Court of Nigeria's landmark decision grants states exclusive rights to regulate the betting industry after a 15-year legal battle. This ruling aims to streamline licensing and taxation, providing a unified payment system for gaming operators while also creating new revenue opportunities for states. However, the decision also brings challenges such as tackling money laundering and data protection issues, requiring collaboration between state and federal agencies.

A dim light cast long shadows over Ajayi Temitope’s face as he voraciously clicked the computer mouse in a Bet9ja shop on the street in Felele, Ibadan Nigeria.

A private sports betting company, led by Kunle Soname, is transforming Nigeria's sports infrastructure by building high-standard facilities like Remo Stars Stadium, addressing the lack of investment in grassroots sports development